All Flashcards
What are the environmental consequences of CAFOs?
Water and air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and potential for antibiotic resistance.
What are the consequences of overgrazing?
Soil erosion, desertification, and habitat loss.
How does reduced meat consumption affect greenhouse gas emissions?
It can significantly reduce methane, CO2, and nitrogen-based gas emissions from livestock.
What is the effect of increased demand for meat on traditional farming practices?
Traditional, small-scale farming is being replaced by larger, more intensive operations.
What is the impact of intensive farming on animal welfare?
Intensive farming can raise ethical concerns due to inhumane conditions.
What is the effect of free-range farming on antibiotic use?
It reduces the reliance on antibiotics and other medications.
What is the relationship between meat production and water use?
Meat production requires large amounts of water, contributing to water scarcity.
What is the goal of CAFOs?
Maximize meat production while minimizing land use.
What are the benefits of free-range farming?
Healthier animals, reduced antibiotics, less concentrated pollution.
What is a key characteristic of free-range farming?
Animals have access to pasture and can engage in natural behaviors.
Why is waste management a major challenge in CAFOs?
High concentration of animals leads to large amounts of waste, risking water pollution.
What are the ethical concerns associated with CAFOs?
Criticized for inhumane conditions and animal welfare issues.
What are the economic drivers behind the shift to intensive meat production?
Pressure to lower costs and increase efficiency.
What are the key environmental impacts of meat production?
Greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and antibiotic resistance.
What is the impact of increased meat demand on inflation?
Increased demand can lead to higher meat prices.
Define CAFO.
Industrial facility housing large numbers of animals in confined spaces.
Define Free-Range Farming.
Animals roam freely and graze in open pastures, focusing on animal welfare.
Define Overgrazing.
Animals consume vegetation faster than it can regrow.
Define Desertification.
Process by which fertile land turns into desert.